The Ballet Folklórico certificate of achievement provides the student with an opportunity to develop a basic foundation in Mexican Folkórico dance, Latin dance, ballet and history. The curriculum is designed to offer student training in Folklórico dance technique, choreography, history, wardrobe significance and performances, as well as the practice of multi-regional dance steps in Mexico.

The pathway below represents an efficient and effective course taking sequence for this program. Individual circumstances might require some changes to this pathway. It is always recommended that you meet with an academic counselor to develop a personalized educational plan.

Program Requirement   GE General Education   E Elective  

Summer Year 1
Semester Units: 2.0
DANC 102
Auditioning for Dancers
2.0
Fall Year 1
Semester Units: 7.0
DANC 120
Ballet Dance I
2.0
DANC 145
Folklórico Zapateados
1.0
DANC 147
Folklórico Dance History
3.0
DANC 156
Techniques for Stretch & Wellness
1.0
Spring Year 1
Semester Units: 7.0
DANC 140
Ballet Folklórico I
2.0
DANC 142
Ballet Folklórico II
2.0
DANC 148
Folklórico Concert Production
3.0
Total Units: 16.0